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Deine Deutschprüfung A2

Goethe-Zertifikat A2: Fit in Deutsch

The Goethe-Zertifikat A2 Fit in Deutsch was specially designed for children and young people between the ages of 12 and 16. The tasks deal with topics and situations that young people encounter in their everyday lives.

General information

Level: A2

Target group: Children and young people (recommended for ages 12 to 16)

Among other things, recognized in Germany as:

  • Evidence of A2 German language skills for children and young people

The Goethe-Zertifikat A2 Fit in Deutsch is also recognized in Austria and Switzerland as proof of A2 language skills.

Testing locations: Worldwide 


Exam fees in Germany (as of 2023):

  • 155 euros

If you would like to take the exam in a different country, please inform yourself of the exam fees where you intend to take it.

  

Examination structure

Type of examination: 

  • Paper-based


Examination sections and duration:

Written examination: 

  • Reading (30 minutes)
  • Listening (30 minutes) 
  • Writing (30 minutes) 


Oral examination:  

  • Speaking (15 minutes, usually in pairs)

The written examination is administered without a break and usually takes place before the oral examination. The examinations may be taken on the same day or on separate days.  

The oral examination does not include preparation time. It can also be administered as a solo examination, in which case it lasts ten minutes.

Accessible examinations: 

 

Information about examination results

To pass the examination:

  • Written examination: At least 60 percent of the total possible points must be achieved.
  • Oral examination: At least 60 percent of the total possible points must be achieved.
  • All sections of the examination must be completed.

You can find information on how the test is graded on this page of the Goethe Institut website.

Receiving examination results in Germany:

  • Varies according to testing location 
  • Between one day and two weeks 

Processing times vary around the world. Please inform yourself at the location where you intend to take the exam.

Certificate validity: unlimited

Retaking the examination:

  • You may retake the examination as many times as you like.
  • You must always retake the entire exam.

 

Additional provider information and practice materials 

 

Additional tips

Thoroughly review the information available on the Goethe-Institut website. There you can find things like a list of words that you should know for the test. 

Various publishers also provide additional practice materials in book form or available for download that can help you prepare for the Goethe-Zertifikat A2 Fit in Deutsch examination.

Information about this examination is also available in German under the menu selection “Language."